Chiba Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Chiba and surrounding areas
Chiba welcomes Winter 2025 with luminous Holiday lights and seasonal experiences around the main district and seaside promenades, offering cheerful Christmas markets and joyful parades. Local shopping streets and event plazas host live performances and family-oriented winter festivities that bring the city to life. From market browsing to evening light tours and cultural shows, visitors will find plenty of things to do that celebrate the season in Chiba.
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Christmas Lights
41 eventsZoo-themed winter illuminations with large LED vision show
Christmas Shows
17 eventsNew production of The Nutcracker by Will Tuckett and Colin Richmond.
Christmas Markets
16 eventsAuthentic German Christmas Market with a 14m Christmas Pyramid.
Christmas Parties
7 eventsYear-end festival with BALLISTIK BOYZ and PSYCHIC FEVER
Christmas Activities
19 eventsNew Year's celebration at Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea
Editor's Picks (6)
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Tokyo Disney Resort New Year's Special Event 2026
(Tokyo)
New Year's celebration at Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea
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Tobu Zoo Park Winter Illumination 2025-2026
(Miyoshi)
Zoo-themed winter illuminations with large LED vision show
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Tokyo Skytree Town Dream Christmas 2025
(Tokyo)
Iconic Skytree with new Christmas lighting designs.
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Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination
(Bunkyo-ku)
Largest illumination with 1 million LED lights and 'SNOW DOME' theme.
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The Nutcracker Ballet
(Shibuya-ku)
New production of The Nutcracker by Will Tuckett and Colin Richmond.
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Tokyo Christmas Market 2025
(Tokyo)
Authentic German Christmas Market with a 14m Christmas Pyramid.
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Chiba Christmas Events Map
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Chiba Christmas FAQ
The Tokyo German Village Winter Illumination and Christmas Market are among the largest annual events. The Chiba Xmas Artistic Fireworks is also a major highlight.
Chiba blends German-inspired Christmas markets with local Japanese traditions, such as festive illuminations and seasonal food stalls. Some neighborhoods also host lantern festivals and light displays.
Sodegaura, where Tokyo German Village is located, is known for its large-scale illuminations. Inzai and Mihama also feature popular light displays and walking trails.
The Christmas Market at Tokyo German Village is a central spot. Local makers and vendors also appear at markets in shopping districts and parks during the holiday season.
Free activities include visiting public light displays, neighborhood markets, and seasonal festivals. Some parks and shopping areas offer festive events without an entry fee.
Families enjoy the Tokyo German Village illuminations and Christmas Market, which offer kid-friendly activities. Parks with light displays and seasonal festivals are also great for children.